They post notices and warnings about how the scam works, but otherwise CL is a passive entity in the sales process.
Yes, lots of them
You may be able to find some inexpensive lawn furniture on Craigslist but you must be careful. There are many scams Craigslist.
Yes, I have encountered Craigslist scams involving fake eBay transactions.
Common scams to watch out for on Craigslist and eBay include fake listings, phishing scams, overpayment scams, and counterfeit goods. Be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, requests for personal information, and sellers who refuse to meet in person or use secure payment methods.
It is risky to buy sporting event tickets on Craigslist. This is because there are a lot of good scams out there.
Craigslist scams typically involve scammers posting fake ads to lure people into sending money or personal information. They may offer goods or services at a low price to attract victims. Once the victim responds, the scammer may request payment upfront or ask for personal details for identity theft. It's important to be cautious and verify the legitimacy of ads on Craigslist to avoid falling for these scams.
To avoid falling victim to Craigslist check scams, be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, never accept overpayment, and always verify the legitimacy of the buyer or seller before completing any transactions.
To avoid falling victim to Craigslist moving scams, be cautious of deals that seem too good to be true, verify the legitimacy of the moving company by checking reviews and credentials, avoid making large payments upfront, and consider using a reputable moving company instead of relying solely on Craigslist listings.
Craigslist has job listings for many places and ages. It depends on which places in your community have posted on there. You must be very careful and wary of using craigslist for jobs, as there are a lot of scams and dishonesty associated with it.
I have a friend who buys from Craigslist. He says that he goes and people who buy, go and see the item first, before buying it. So it is not a scam.
Craigslist has an extremely wide variety of available jobs in numerous career fields. The success rate for individuals applying for jobs on craigslist is nearly impossible to determine. There is no followup after an application is submitted because Craigslist is not involved in that process. Employers post what they are looking for and give a location for applicants to submit their resume. One problem with Craigslist jobs is that their are no security clearances or qualifications that need to be met before posting. The site relies on users reporting false ads and scams.
Sometimes these are scams because the people are completely fabricating the ad. Make sure you see the car in person, get it inspected, and test drive it before you buy.